Overview
Emerson Collective (EC) is a company of investors, changemakers, creative thinkers, and problem solvers working to make a lasting mark on the world.
We’re looking for college students who think big, embrace challenges, and thrive in collaboration.
The internship is onsite, 40 hours per week, from June 15 through August 7, 2026. A mandatory paid virtual onboarding and orientation will take place June 10–12. See below for more details.
Application Deadline: Friday, January 9, 2026, at 2:00 PM PT / 5:00 PM ET. Applications submitted after this deadline will not be accepted.
The Opportunity
XQ Institute is the nation’s leading organization dedicated to rethinking the high school experience so every student graduates ready to succeed in college, career, and real life.
As the Campaigns & Engagement intern, you’ll support the development and rollout of XQ’s community engagement initiatives and webinar series. This internship is ideal for a creative, highly organized individual who is passionate about education, storytelling, and building meaningful connections with communities across the country. Reporting to the Community team, you’ll work cross-functionally with departments across XQ to coordinate campaign logistics, conduct community research, develop engaging content, and support outreach strategies that connect with students, educators, families, and partners. You’ll gain hands-on experience in campaign strategy, marketing communications, and community engagement within a dynamic, mission-driven organization.